I think it's just easier for people to put you in a box or a lane because you look similar. I think that's unfair for anybody in any situation.

I'm a tropical weather cruiser. I like surfing, you know. I like being on the beach.

I'm definitely a lover, but I fight when I have to - for something or someone.

As human beings, why does it take somebody to feel like they're close to us for us to see their humanity? Why can't we see the humanity in people that are distant from us?

Do as much homework as you can. Learn everybody's job and don't just settle.

Don't pretend to know everything. I've been blessed to work with a lot of veteran actors, and I soak up lessons from them like a sponge.

You know, you can try and plan [filming] as much as you want, but you get there on game day and you get thrown a curve ball, I guess, hey, the game plan goes out the window. You've got to adapt.

Sometimes you gotta go with your first instinct. You gotta go with your gut. That's kind of how I live my life, you gotta go with your gut.

Just us as people, we're different around different people and in different environments.

I think redemption is about righting a wrong, and in that pursuit it's about trying. You can stumble, you can make mistakes, but it's about trying to do the right thing.

As an actor, you always dream of having material that showcases what you can do.

Men of honour will always outstay men of undeserved rank.

In a word, growth and improvement can come through pain and conflict.

Time is a universal regressor, time will prove everything

We are not merely passive pawns of historical forces nor are we victims of the past. We can shape and direct history.

Never expect anything, ye will never be demoralized

Younes Kaboul is a vital clog in the Portsmouth engine

You forgot my first lesson: don't hesitate.

Do you know how many Frenchmen it takes to defend Paris ? It's not known, it's never been tried.

Just because a suit fits, doesn't mean it looks good. You need a tailor. You want to get bespoke.

Only that which does not teach, which does not cry out, which does not condescend, which does not explain, is irresistible.